About FTC Solar Inc
FTC Solar is a fast growing, global provider of solar tracker systems, technology, software, and engineering services. We are as passionate about renewable energy as we are about our culture and values. We want to attract likeminded individuals who live and breathe Integrity, Accountability, Innovation and Excellence. We’re humble enough to know that we don’t know everything, so we love bold ideas that disrupt the status quo. Basically, we don’t want you to just fall in line!
FTC Solar is committed to creating a culture of inclusion and diversity. For us, this is not just a set of words or metrics. It drives our culture, creativity, and future success. We support our employees and foster an environment where new ideas and perspectives are celebrated and encouraged. When our employees thrive, FTC Solar thrives. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for leading and coordinating maintenance activities within a steel manufacturing facility. This role ensures plant equipment, utilities, and infrastructure operate safely, reliably, and efficiently while supporting production goals and the company’s broader renewable energy and sustainability objectives. You will provide hands-on technical leadership, oversees daily maintenance execution, and partners closely with Production, Engineering, and Environmental Health & Safety teams.
Location: Sealy, Texas (On-Site)
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead and coordinate daily maintenance activities for production equipment, utilities, and facility systems, prioritizing and assigning work orders to ensure preventive and corrective maintenance is completed safely and on schedule.
- Provide hands-on technical leadership and troubleshooting support for mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
- Supervise, coach, and develop maintenance technicians through training, skill development, and performance feedback.
- Ensure all maintenance activities comply with company policies, OSHA regulations, and environmental and sustainability standards aligned with the organization’s solar and renewable energy operations.
- Partner closely with Production to minimize downtime and support safe, reliable plant operations, including contractor coordination and third-party work.
- Drive preventive and predictive maintenance programs, track KPIs and equipment history in the CMMS, and support capital projects and continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability, energy efficiency, and cost control.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED required; technical or trade school certification preferred.
- 5+ years of maintenance experience in a heavy industrial or manufacturing environment (steel or metals manufacturing strongly preferred).
- Prior experience in a lead, senior technician, or supervisory role.
- Strong working knowledge of industrial mechanical and electrical systems, including motors, drives, conveyors, hydraulics, and PLC-controlled equipment.
- Experience working with preventive maintenance programs and CMMS systems.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience supporting facilities with energy efficiency, sustainability, or renewable-energy-aligned initiatives.
- Familiarity with steel manufacturing processes such as rolling, forming, cutting, or finishing operations.
- Experience supporting capital projects and equipment commissioning.
WORKING CONDITIONS
FTC Solar offers competitive wages, growth opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package.
